On Tuesday, August 18, 2020, we launched our new "Sunflower Wiener" sausages, made with sunflower seeds! The sunflower seeds are grown in Hokuryu Town and are whole, uncut! They have a firm texture and are a great addition to our well-seasoned sausages. […]
Monday, August 17, 2020. Oats were once sown and then plowed into the ground as fertilizer at Sunflower Village. Now, the oats have grown for the second time, creating a vibrant green carpet. The fertile soil has been regenerated and the area has been carefully maintained with great care. […]
Friday, August 14, 2020 The blue flower "dayflower" blooms in the morning dew and wilts by midday, making it a one-day flower. The delicate flower "dayflower" blooms brilliantly for just a moment, ephemerally. It brings back fond memories of loved ones in our hearts.
Thursday, August 13, 2020 The buckwheat seeds in the buckwheat fields have turned a deep dark brown. They sway gently in the Obon breeze and turn into delicious soba noodles!!!   ◇ noboru & ikuko
Wednesday, August 12, 2020: Sunflowers from around the world bloom behind Sunflower Park Hokuryu Onsen. Holding everyone's warm thoughts close to their hearts, they bloom calmly and quietly, radiating their unique light to the fullest. […]
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 The rice fields are turning yellow-green, and the rice ears are plump and ripe. As Obon approaches, it's a sacred scene in the season when the spirit of rice resides in the ears of rice.  ◇ noboru & ikuko
Friday, August 7, 2020 Sunflowers decorate the flower beds at Hokuryu Sunflower Interchange! These sunflowers were planted in early June by the Sapporo Development and Construction Department Fukagawa Road Office, Hokuryu Town Hall, and the Hokuryu Construction Industry Association. Everyone […]
Thursday, August 6, 2020 Sunflower petals shine like a transparent veil as the sunlight filters through them. Under the blue midsummer sky, sparkling in pure light, they are by my side, quietly watching over me. I send my boundless love and […]
Wednesday, August 5, 2020. The sunflower fields behind Sunflower Park Hokuryu Onsen. It's a scene that makes you feel like you can hear the hymn of the sunflowers blooming to the fullest, enjoying life to the fullest until their very last breath.  ◇ noboru & […]
On Tuesday, August 4, 2020, Takao Yamada (80 years old) of Hokuryu Town saw the fruiting of his third-generation pineapple. The first-generation pineapple, purchased at a store and enjoyed, was delicious. The stem of the pineapple was placed in water and the white […]
Friday, July 31, 2020. In front of the Hokuryu Fire Department, a yellow-hued sunflower stands guard over the town's safety. Let's brace ourselves and stay healthy today! ◇ noboru & ik […]
Thursday, July 30, 2020: In a vacant lot at an intersection in the city center, lovely sunflowers lined up side by side, blooming with all their might. "Have a nice day!" "Welcome home!" It's a scene that almost makes you hear the cute calls. [...]